At Fachpack 2024, GEA will be presenting its new PowerPak 1000 thermoforming packaging machine, which has been specially developed for small and medium-sized companies. This machine offers advanced features that were previously only available on high-performance models.
The machine is aimed at companies that Make packaging processes more efficient and increase your production capacities without having to forego the advanced functions of larger machines. The PowerPak 1000 was developed as an entry-level model for the thermoforming segment and offers a wide range of functions that were previously only available in machines in the higher performance range. Stefan Runkel, Product Manager Thermoforming at GEA, explained:
„With the PowerPak 1000, we offer smaller companies the opportunity to organise their packaging processes more efficiently and increase their output. At the same time, they benefit from our many years of experience and our flexible service.“
The PowerPak 1000 is aimed at companies that want to make the transition from conventional methods such as vacuum chamber machines or traysealers in order to produce more flexibly and efficiently. The machine offers advantages such as Flexibility in pack size and reduced plastic consumption, which enables companies to adapt to constantly changing market requirements.
Flexible packaging options
The PowerPak 1000 can produce different types of packaging such as vacuum, MAP (modified atmosphere packaging) and skin packaging. This versatility allows users to flexibly adapt the machine to different product and packaging requirements. Especially for companies looking for a solution to pack meat and meat substitute products as well as cheese or poultry, the PowerPak 1000 offers Numerous application possibilities.
In addition, interested customers can test the PowerPak 1000 at the GEA Technology and Application Centre XLAB in Biedenkopf-Wallau, Germany. Experience and test live. This enables companies to try out the machine under real production conditions and experience the benefits of the new technology directly.
In addition to the PowerPak 1000, the Specialist pack 2024, the SmartPacker CX400 from GEA was also presented. This vertical flow-wrapping machine is designed for High capacity and maximum productivity and can produce four different types of pouches for a variety of products such as frozen and fresh fruit, vegetables, potatoes or protein foods.
The SmartPacker CX400 is characterised by its flexibility in the Processing of different bag formats and film types out. It can process bag widths from 55 mm to 400 mm and achieves a production output of up to 120 bags per minute. A quick format changeover is possible in less than five minutes, which significantly speeds up the production process and minimises downtime.
Durability and easy handling
One of the outstanding features of the SmartPacker CX400 is the Smart Sealing System, which can seal up to one million bags before the sealing strips need to be replaced. Thanks to the click-and-go device, this Replacement quickly and without long downtimes can be carried out. This ensures a high production capacity and significantly reduces maintenance times.
The hand-made moulded shoulders, which are coated with high-tech composite materials, also ensure smooth transport of the film over the shoulder, even in damp or wet environments. This makes the SmartPacker CX400 an ideal solution for companies operating under difficult production conditions and still have to ensure high packaging quality.
With the introduction of the PowerPak 1000 and the SmartPacker CX400, GEA is specifically targeting small and medium-sized companies. medium-sized companies, who are looking for efficient and flexible packaging solutions. These machines not only offer improved production performance, but also enable companies to adapt their packaging solutions to the changing needs of the market. This applies in particular to the increasing demand for flexible packaging that uses less plastic and is therefore more environmentally friendly.
„The PowerPak 1000 and the SmartPacker CX400 are ideal solutions for companies that want to take the next step in automating their packaging processes. With these machines, we offer our customers the opportunity to expand their production capacities and at the same time benefit from the advantages of modern packaging technologies.“
Stefan Runkel
Source: GEA
GEA at Fachpack: Hall 7, Stand 563
